Swiss chocolate maker Lindt & Sprüngli is bringing the ‘Dubai chocolate’ trend to New Zealand with their new Lindt Dubai Style chocolate block. This innovative creation is set to make its debut in Lindt’s chocolate shops in Auckland’s Mānawa Bay and Queenstown in October.
The Lindt Dubai Style chocolate block is an exquisite blend of a smooth milk chocolate shell filled with a sumptuous concoction of 45 per cent pistachios, nut brittle, and crispy Kadayif pastry. This combination creates a rich and distinctive taste, providing a delightful contrast of flavours and textures.
Thomas Schnetzler, a master chocolatier at Lindt, described the chocolate as a “true flavour sensation,” highlighting the richness of the pistachio filling and the contrasting crunch of the toasted, shredded pastry.
The Dubai chocolate trend emerged in 2021, pioneered by Sarah Hamouda of FIX Dessert Chocolatier in Dubai. The unique mix of flavours and textures quickly gained international recognition and popularity, particularly after influencer Maria Verhera featured it in a tasting video that garnered over 122 million views worldwide.
In addition to being available in Lindt’s chocolate shops, the Lindt Dubai Style chocolate block will also be introduced in select supermarkets across New Zealand. This move will allow a broader audience to sample this unique chocolate, further cementing Lindt’s reputation as a leader in innovative chocolate creations.
What is the ‘Dubai chocolate’ trend?
The ‘Dubai chocolate’ trend refers to a unique style of chocolate that blends traditional Middle Eastern flavours with classic chocolate. The trend was initiated by Sarah Hamouda of FIX Dessert Chocolatier in Dubai in 2021.
What makes up the Lindt Dubai Style chocolate block?
The Lindt Dubai Style chocolate block consists of a milk chocolate shell filled with a mixture of 45 per cent pistachios, nut brittle, and crispy Kadayif pastry.
Where can the Lindt Dubai Style chocolate block be purchased in New Zealand?
The Lindt Dubai Style chocolate block can be purchased in Lindt chocolate shops in Auckland’s Mānawa Bay and Queenstown. It will also be introduced in select supermarkets across the country.
